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GMCA Care Certificate and Interview Success (Step into Care)
This is a pre-employment programme delivered online that is designed to support you into work within Adult Social Care. The programme will help you to prepare for work in a care setting. The programme consists of up to three elements: GMCA Care Certificate (where you will cover the theory elements of the Care Certificate), L1 Stress Awareness and L1 Mental Health Awareness (additional accredited courses you can join if suitable). Once you have completed the course with WEA, GM Careers will place you for a working interview in a social care setting. this is designed like a working interview, to give you the opportunity to try out the working environment.
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Dates:Mon 13/01/2025 -
Fri 31/01/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Susan BellCourse code:Q00015992How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Award in Mental Health Awareness Level 1
If you’re interested in learning more about mental health issues, this level 1 course can teach you the foundational concepts. You’ll get a view into the nature of mental health work and the issues that face people struggling with it.
Level 1 health and social care courses about mental health can teach you the basic principles of mental health care. If you enjoy this course you can continue your learning in this area. Mental health awareness training can help you understand if this area of work interests you.
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Dates:Mon 13/01/2025 -
Wed 29/01/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:St Pauls Learning Centre (Bristol)
94 Grosvenor Road
St Pauls
Bristol
BS2 8XJTutor:Barbara RicciCourse code:Q00012372How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Award in Mental Health Awareness Level 1
If you’re interested in learning more about mental health issues, this level 1 course can teach you the foundational concepts. You’ll get a view into the nature of mental health work and the issues that face people struggling with it.
Level 1 health and social care courses about mental health can teach you the basic principles of mental health care. If you enjoy this course you can continue your learning in this area. Mental health awareness training can help you understand if this area of work interests you.
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Dates:Mon 03/02/2025 -
Wed 05/02/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016012How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Mon 10/02/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
GMCA Care Certificate and Interview Success (Step into Care)
This is a pre-employment programme delivered online that is designed to support you into work within Adult Social Care. The programme will help you to prepare for work in a care setting. The programme consists of up to three elements: GMCA Care Certificate (where you will cover the theory elements of the Care Certificate), L1 Stress Awareness and L1 Mental Health Awareness (additional accredited courses you can join if suitable). Once you have completed the course with WEA, GM Careers will place you for a working interview in a social care setting. this is designed like a working interview, to give you the opportunity to try out the working environment.
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Dates:Mon 24/02/2025 -
Fri 14/03/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Susan BellCourse code:Q00015995How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Fitness and Exercise: Seated Yoga
Did you know yoga can help you get stronger and more flexible, no matter your age or abilities?
There are yoga courses for all levels and needs. Even if you can’t take part in a standing class,
this beginner’s yoga course can help you gain mobility without taking a toll on your joints.
Seated yoga is perfect for you if you’d have difficulty following a regular yoga lesson. Whether
you have mobility issues or chronic fatigue, this yoga course can help you reduce stiffness in
your joints and learn to relax. Enjoy the practice of yoga from a chair.
This course is perfect for you if you want to do exercise appropriate for reduced mobility.
The first thing you’ll learn is that yoga is about so much more than bending into complicated
poses. Understand basic breathing and meditation techniques as you take the first steps into
self-care
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Dates:Tue 25/02/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Belmont Court
6 Glen Road
Bournemouth
BH14 OHFTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00016951How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.80
Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to support a healthy digestive system
Discover the benefits of yoga for your digestive health with our Yoga to Support a Healthy Digestive System course. This class focuses on yoga practices designed to enhance digestion and alleviate digestive discomfort. Through a combination of gentle postures, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, you will learn methods to stimulate and support your digestive organs. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages mindful movement and listening to your body's needs. Experience a supportive environment where you can improve your digestive health, increase comfort, and enhance overall well-being through the practice of yoga.
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Dates:Thu 27/02/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Times:10:00am - 11:45amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:St James Church and Community Arts Cntr
24 Seamer Road
Scarborough
YO12 4DTTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018231How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £42.00
Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to support a healthy digestive system
Discover the benefits of yoga for your digestive health with our Yoga to Support a Healthy Digestive System course. This class focuses on yoga practices designed to enhance digestion and alleviate digestive discomfort. Through a combination of gentle postures, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, you will learn methods to stimulate and support your digestive organs. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages mindful movement and listening to your body's needs. Experience a supportive environment where you can improve your digestive health, increase comfort, and enhance overall well-being through the practice of yoga.
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Dates:Fri 28/02/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00018232How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Fitness and Exercise: International Women’s Day – Yoga for female pelvic health
Celebrate International Women’s Day by joining our special Yoga for Female Pelvic Health course. This class focuses on yoga practices that promote pelvic health, tailored specifically for women. Through a combination of gentle postures, breathing exercises, and guided relaxation, you will learn techniques to strengthen and support your pelvic floor muscles. This course is designed to enhance your overall well-being, helping to alleviate pelvic discomfort and improve stability. Open to all women, regardless of yoga experience, you will be encouraged to listen to your body and adapt movements to meet your individual needs in a supportive and nurturing environment.
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Dates:Thu 06/03/2025 -
Thu 06/03/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018228How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
Fitness and Exercise: International Women’s Day – Yoga for female pelvic health
Celebrate International Women’s Day by joining our special Yoga for Female Pelvic Health course. This class focuses on yoga practices that promote pelvic health, tailored specifically for women. Through a combination of gentle postures, breathing exercises, and guided relaxation, you will learn techniques to strengthen and support your pelvic floor muscles. This course is designed to enhance your overall well-being, helping to alleviate pelvic discomfort and improve stability. Open to all women, regardless of yoga experience, you will be encouraged to listen to your body and adapt movements to meet your individual needs in a supportive and nurturing environment.
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Dates:Thu 06/03/2025 -
Thu 06/03/2025Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018233How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40